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March 14, 2012 Planning your Windows and Office deployment? Get the deployment and adoption resources you need, all in one place. Æ Windows and Office deployment  Æ Windows 7 adoption Æ Office 2010 adoption News and highlights Microsoft to offer government-only cloud option for Office 365 Microsoft will offer U.S. government agencies the option to host their Office 365 suites in a dedicated "cloud community" reserved only for government customers. – GCN Microsoft aims for integrated management of mobile technology With System Center 2012, Microsoft focuses on providing consistency of experience across a range of devices. – GCN Cloud computing to create 14 million new jobs by 2015 New IDC study shows IT innovation produced by the cloud could create $1.1 trillion a year in new business revenues. – Forbes Microsoft Azure wins in New York City Super Bowl parade New York City got help from Microsoft Azure to handle Web traffic spikes during a two-hour sweepstakes helping to ensure a quick and seamless registration experience. – Government Technology Technology update 5 ways Windows 8 is better than iOS and Android Wired details why the Windows 8 user interface isn't merely practical—it's actually innovative, and even cool. Try it.   Take notes, make lists, and stay organized. Everywhere. OneNote is now available as a free download for Windows Phone, Android, iPad and iPhone. Create notes and stay organized no matter where you are and, best of all, you'll never lose them. 4 Microsoft technologies that could impact government Government Technology takes a look at four emerging Microsoft technologies that may impact not only government's internal operations, but also how agencies will work with and provide services to the public. For developers Windows 8 Consumer Preview now available—Try it free It's Windows reimagined and reinvented. It's an all-new touch interface. It's a new Windows for new devices. Be one of the first to try it out. Microsoft SQL Server 2012 available April 1 SQL Server 2012 helps address the challenges of increasing data volumes by rapidly turning data into business insights. Download and evaluate it today. The Visual Studio 11 Beta is available to download Experience the new look and feel and performance improvements, and begin creating Windows 8 Metro style apps in any of your favorite languages, including JavaScript, C++, C#, and Visual Basic.   Webcasts   Attend a webcast from the convenience of your office. Get tips for improving productivity and transforming your IT infrastructure from Microsoft and government industry experts. End user tips n' tricks on Office 365: Focus on SharePoint Online March 16, 2:00 P.M. Eastern Time Wondering what SharePoint Online is and how it can reinvigorate collaboration in your organization? Register for this webcast to find out. How virtualization can get your IT infrastructure running at peak performance March 20, 2:00 P.M. Eastern Time Save money, increase availability, and improve IT agility. Take an important step toward a private cloud for your organization. In-person events A walkthrough from Windows XP to Windows 7 (with a sneak peek of Windows 8!) If your organization is still using Windows XP, attend this free, in-person workshop and learn how migrating to Windows 7 can lower the cost of the desktop and set you on a seamless path to Windows 8. March 22, 8:00 A.M. – 11:30 A.M. Eastern Time │ Register Using the Microsoft mobile experience to work efficiently from anywhere The future of telework appears bright, but working remotely can pose big collaboration challenges. Learn how the right technology can close the collaboration gap and help increase workforce productivity. Register for one of these free, in-person seminars: March 27, 8:00 A.M. – 11:30 A.M. Eastern Time │ Register Microsoft Innovation and Policy Center, 901 K Street, NW, Washington, DC March 29, 8:00 A.M. – 11:30 A.M. Eastern Time │ Register Hyatt Regency Baltimore on the Inner Harbor, 300 Light Street, Baltimore, MD   In this issue: Æ News and highlights Æ Technology update Æ For developers Æ Events and webcasts Contact us: Federal: 800-342-9224 State/Local: 888-568-8500 Email Tip of the month Manage your voicemail and email in one convenient place…your Inbox! Learn more Æ  Ÿ Federal  Ÿ State and local  Ÿ Microsoft Gov Ÿ Federal  Ÿ State and local Not yet a subscriber? Sign up! Microsoft respects your privacy. To learn more please read our online Privacy Statement. If you would prefer to no longer receive this newsletter, please click here. To set your contact preferences for other Microsoft communications click here. Microsoft Corporation One Microsoft Way Redmond, WA 98052 USA

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